The launch of Tropicana Brands Group represents an exciting fusion of some of the world's most beloved and up-and-coming brands in the juice category, including Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Dole, Copella and Punica. Established in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our new company blends the best of two worlds: one steeped in industry-leading expertise and the heritage of prestige juice brands, and another rooted in a true entrepreneurial, agile mindset.
With a global footprint of more than 2,000 associates that spans North America and Europe, we are proud of our industry-leading capabilities in areas that include innovation, R&D, manufacturing, distribution, sales, marketing and nutrition expertise.
The company's focused on the vision to quench the world's thirst for more delight and nourishment, while continuing to build upon the many important diversity, sustainability, local community and philanthropic activities that our people and brands have historically supported.
Key Responsibilities:
Tropicana Brands Group is looking for a highly qualified Palletizing Maintenance Mechanic to support the Supply Chain team to ensure the company's goals and initiatives are met.
This role will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting all manufacturing equipment that supports the Logistics Department to ensure the department meets all company policies, environmental regulations, and customer requirements. All mechanics will effectively troubleshoot all equipment to determine needs of repairs for non-conforming pars and/or systems, document and maintains paperwork for maintenance according to regulations and company requirements and comply with company policies on safety standards, proper use of equipment, tools, processes, and procedures. Tropicana is looking for a critical thinker with exceptional communication, influencing and relationship management skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Responsibilities:
All duties performed in a safe and acceptable manner as evaluated by the immediate supervisor and with management concurrence. Employee represents the best principles and professionalism of Tropicana. All mechanics are directly responsible and accountable for meeting their team's daily production schedule as assigned. All mechanics will deliver on the following performance criteria:
Safety
Safely maintain all Logistics Department equipment to meet production and/or maintenance schedules
Ensure safety and quality standards are met
Meet or exceed all safety standards including but not limited to; LOTO, HWP, Confined Space
Must adhere to PPE requirements set forth by the department
Ensure all safety rules, procedure, policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followed
Participate in department safety audits, meetings, and department walk-throughs
Ensure reliable and safe operation of equipment through troubleshooting and maintenance
Comply with company policy on safety standards, proper uses of equipment, tools, processes and procedures
Quality
Meets or exceeds quality standards on all work that is performed and recognizes quality as a key element of customer satisfaction and meeting business goals.
Maintain all areas to 5 S standards
Teamwork
Demonstrate behavior consistent with PepsiCo Values and Code of Conduct
Promote a positive team environment
Build the capability of the organization through training
Initiative is proactive and volunteers to help others
Technical
Perform equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and emergency maintenance to ensure all Logistics Department's equipment is running at peak performance and to quality standards
Meet acceptable time standards and efficiencies as established by industry standards and communicated by Lead/Planner.
Identify problems with equipment / systems, determine the root cause and take corrective action.
Must be able to identify and order parts on emergency work and during off-shift hours without a Lead/Planner on site.
Perform total production manufacturing (TPM) to include: AM, PM, FI, OCCI, EM and HSE pillar teams as required
Must be able to use predictive maintenance tools to implement and exercise needed improvements
Must be willing to effectively participate in Why-Why & 7-step process meetings to eliminate losses or waste, to include safety issues
Effectively troubleshoot complete system, including equipment and components. Determine needs and repairs non-conforming parts and / or systems.
Will be required to learn and use multi computer skills which are paramount to the team's success
Must be willing to help the Lead/Planner deliver and document maintenance work correctly & on time
Communication:
Establish communication with Lead/Planner, Operations Lead, and/ or supervisor to minimize downtime and maintain constant production levels.
Must effectively coordinate with other resources inside and outside of the Logistics Department to assist in maintenance work; especially during off-shift and weekend hours.
Must be able to develop detailed training, SOPs, and certifications, revise training manuals and determine training requirements
Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by supervisory, management and union representatives
Requirements:
Must have a high school diploma or hold a GED
1 year maintenance mechanic experience
1 year fabrication experience
1 year welding experience
Basic electrical knowledge required
Must possess all required hand tools, meters, and test gauges; and be fluent in operation of all required power tools including welding without supervision
Must be able to use LOTO, HWP, Confined Space procedures and recognize unsafe conditions and make immediate corrective action
Use of respirator as required
Work outdoors in all weather conditions and work indoors in hot and cold environments
Ability to troubleshoot problems, determine cause and resolve problems and work independently without assistance/supervision
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing; and the ability to read and interpret technical manuals
Must be able to work with computer software including but not limited to INFOR, Outlook, Word, Excel, Zarpac, OITs, HMIs, etc.
Must be proficient and able to train others in classroom and hands on type training
Must be able to twist, reach, bend, lift a minimum of 50 pounds, push 50 pounds, pull 50 pounds and climb to accomplish necessary repairs
Must be able to demonstrate teamwork, share information freely, cooperate with others, listen and encourage others and ask for input from others and acknowledge others skills, experience and contributions
Must be willing to work off of your regular shift to provide technical support and training for the team and department
Job will require overtime, which could include more than 40 hours per week, 7 days a week and up to 16 hour days
Benefits Overview:
TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, company provided life, STD and LTD insurance . In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.